Jul 30, 2025

How to Clean & Rewash Tarnished Silver Jewelry (Homemade Method)

Premium silver jewelry is more than an accessory — it’s a vibe, a signature, a statement. When you take care of it, it takes care of your style.

👤 Why Does My Jewelry Tarnish Faster Than Others?

It’s all about your body chemistry.
Everyone’s skin reacts differently with silver. Some people’s skin has a higher acidity or reacts with copper faster, making their silver jewelry darken more quickly.

This doesn’t mean your skin is bad — and it doesn’t mean your jewelry is fake. It’s just chemistry.

✅ Good News? Tarnish Is Easy to Remove.

A quick clean can bring your jewelry back to its shiny self — no stress, no damage.

Here’s our favorite gentle DIY method to restore that glow — safe for small, delicate studs and hoops:

🧂 What You Need:

Baking soda – 1 tablespoon
Warm water – enough to make a paste
Soft toothbrush or cotton swab
Mild dishwashing liquid (optional)
Soft microfiber cloth or clean cotton cloth

🧼 Step-by-Step Instructions:

Make a paste
Mix baking soda with a few drops of warm water until it forms a thick but smooth paste.
Apply gently
Use your fingers, a soft toothbrush, or a cotton swab to gently apply the paste on your jewelry — especially in areas where the blackish layer is visible.
Rub softly
Massage in gentle circular motions. Avoid scrubbing too hard, especially on engraved or delicate pieces.
Optional boost
For extra cleaning, you can mix a drop of mild dishwashing liquid into the paste — just make sure it’s a gentle, skin-safe brand.
Rinse clean
Wash off the paste with lukewarm water. Be careful not to do this over an open sink — plug it or use a bowl to avoid losing small pieces.
Dry & shine
Pat dry with a soft cloth. Let it air dry fully before storing or wearing.